Maoch
Maoch (or Maacah) was the father of Achish, king of Gath, to whom David fled.
MaleUnited Monarchy eraOld Testament2 books2 verses
Summary
A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1 Samuel 27:2; referred to as Maoch (מָעוֹךְ) or Maacah (מַעֲכָה); father of Achish.
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- 1 Samuel 27:2מָעוֹךְ · MaochSo David set out with his six hundred men and went to Achish son of Maoch, the king of Gath.
- 1 Kings 2:39מַעֲכָה · MaacahAfter three years, however, two of Shimei’s slaves ran away to Achish son of Maacah, king of Gath. And Shimei was told, “Look, your slaves are in Gath.”